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Volvo Group Operations Graduate Program 2025: Electrical Controls and Automation Engineer in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Operations Graduate Program 2025: Electrical Controls and Automation Engineer
Location:
Shippensburg, PA, US, 17257
Position Type: Graduate
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
About this role
The Volvo Group North America Operations Graduate Program (OGP) does not offer current or future sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas or who require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for the program.
Imagine yourself working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in the transport and infrastructure industry, developing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable transport solutions that will change the future of society!
Are you ready to join the Operations Graduate program?
Job Summary:
Transform our facilities by implementing ground-breaking technologies that improve safety and efficiency
Provide expertise, leadership, and project management to develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives including modification and installation of equipment
Provide hands-on engineering support in the areas of electrical automation, controls, and robot programming
Automate various manufacturing processes
Develop manufacturing processes and integrate technologies into traditional business functions
Main Tasks/Responsibilities/Authorities:
Recommend automation and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that reduce cost and/or increase efficiency
Design, construct, integrate, install, successfully launch and continually improve manufacturing equipment and tools with a focus on automation, robotics, artificial intelligence
Project management including development of scope, definition of requirements, and creation of business cases
Plant floor support, programming, and implementation of machine controls including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics
Train users on new and existing programs and technologies
Provide technical direction to and oversight of outside vendor sources
Update and maintain controls documentation and electrical schematics
Design and troubleshooting of electrical control systems
Certification, design, specification, and implementation of safety circuits
Conduct full functional and Factory Acceptance Testing
Education/Professional Qualifications required for the position:
Bachelor degree (or associate degree and 10 years of experience) in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, Computer, Controls, or Robotic Engineering or related fields
Experience including design and/or troubleshooting with electrical controls, industrial automation and/or robotics preferred
Experience in PLC and HMI programming. Experience with Allen-Bradley automation systems preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of artifical intelligence tools, and how to effecively utilize them to transform manual manufacturing processes
Knowledge and understanding of mechanical concepts and equipment involving machine designs and process requirements
Knowledge of servo motors, motion control, vision, and drives
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems
Ability to use common controls and automation applications as well as learn new systems
Knowledge of coding/software programming of hardware/software integration for new technologies like Java/J2EE, C++, SQL
Proficient in 3D modeling software, experience with Creo preferred
Experience with lean manufacturing and analysis of manual processes towards the goal of automation
Experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid caregiver and parental leave policies
• Family building benefits, including fertility support and adoption assistance
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans
• A working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier
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Ready for the next move?
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• If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.
• Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.
Job Category: Engineering
Organization: Volvo Construction Equipment
Travel Required: Frequent Travel
Requisition ID: 14180
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
Nearest Major Market: Harrisburg